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Bus fleet goes electric with $125 million State investment

•    Government allocates $125 million towards electric bus program in 2023-24 State Budget
•    Funding complements $125 million commitment from Federal Government
•    $250 million program will deliver 130 new locally-built electric buses and depot upgrades including charging infrastructure
•    Initial $22 million to buy 18 new electric buses and install charging infrastructure at Elizabeth Quay Bus Station

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Free public transport on first Sunday each month

•    Free public transport for SmartRider holders on the first Sunday of each month
•    Funded through the 2023-24 State Budget
•    Fare Free Sunday Sessions to boost public transport patronage, help ease cost of living and support local hospitality and entertainment businesses

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